
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL from $600 (35 Rentals)
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Leland Tower Apartments

355 W New York St

Colony West Apartments

Fairhaven Village Apartments

305 N View St

321 Old Indian Trail, Unit 213

Lakeview Residences
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Arbor West Apartments

991 Tollview Ave

Sage Crest Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments

Silver Oaks At Waterford

Autumnwood Apartments

321 W Old Indian Trl

Village West Apartments
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Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living

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The Onyx on Victoria

Anderson Farms Apartments
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Courtyards Village West

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Autumn Run Apartments

311 S Batavia Ave

748 Inland Cir

Building H & I

Building A

Lincoln Court
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Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aurora?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Aurora Studio Apartments | $1,800 | $1,065 | $2,575 |
| Cheap Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,070 | $5,232 |
| Cheap Aurora 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,375 | $4,428 |
| Cheap Aurora 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $1,653 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Aurora 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,104 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Aurora Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aurora, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood priced from $1,070. Fairhaven Village Apartments in the East Side Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aurora apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Autumn Run Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Orion 59 | Nichols | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| River Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| ReNew Aurora | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| TGM Springbrook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Lakeview Residences | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora area is the $1.89 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Ashwood Place in the in the River Run neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Aurora apartment is the 2bed/1bath Model at Downer Place Lofts starting at $2,150 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashwood Place | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | 3 Bed Medium | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 20 N Locust St, Unit Apt 1 | 20 N Locust St | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Whispering Trails Apartments | wt_2b2b | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 460 Echo Ln | 460 Echo Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Autumn Run Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 321 Old Indian Trail, Unit 213 | 321 Old Indian Trail | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Aurora Overview
Known affectionately as the 'City of Lights', Aurora is the second most-populated city in the entire state of Illinois. Technically a suburb of the greater Chicago vicinity, this thriving locale has much to offer potential residents in the way of schools, employment, amenities and overall opportunity.
Why live in Aurora, IL?
A close second to the might Chicago in terms of opportunity and scope, Aurora apartment rentals truly represent some of the best living that Illinois has to offer. Close to world-class health care, education systems, public parks and nightlife, this is one larger-than-life hotspot that shows little signs of slowing in prosperity any time soon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Aurora?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Aurora is at Springs At Orchard Road Apartments listed at $1,569.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment is $1,070 at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aurora Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aurora is starting from $1,500 at Fairhaven Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fox Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,653.
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